Freelancers, contractors or other consultants, even if they work part-time on the side, can often have a more complex tax situation than the standard employee. You are an independent contractor in the eyes of the IRS if you receive a Form 1099-MISC. This form documents your earning from a specific client, as opposed to a […]
— Read moreWhen you go to file your state return this tax season, you should know if your state is one of the growing number of states that require a driver’s license to e-file. Most recently, New York State has become one of the states to require taxpayers to use information from a driver’s license or state-issued […]
— Read moreBecause of the changing state of the demographics throughout the nation, there’s a new type of dependent claim on the rise: Parents and adult children of middle-aged taxpayers. As a taxpayer, if you manage the daily care and financial support of one or more of your parents, and your parents can be classified as a […]
— Read moreMarried taxpayers have the choice of filing a single tax return with their spouse using the married filing jointly status, or keep their income separate and file married, filing separately. Most married couples opt to file jointly, though it’s important to evaluate the benefits of both statuses and make sure you use the status that […]
— Read moreIf you’re disabled, you may be able to find a benefit at tax time with the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). eTax.com can help taxpayers with disabilities and parents who have disabled children determine if they qualify for the EITC. Disabled taxpayers may worry that taking the EITC and receiving a refund may disqualify them […]
— Read moreIf you’re a tax preparer, you’ve likely heard of the new verification code added to Form W-2s this tax season. The IRS has added this extra level of protection to 50 million W-2s as an experiment to combat fraud and protect businesses and taxpayers from identity theft. The verification code consists of 16 digits, and […]
— Read moreIf you work for yourself, whether through contracting, freelancing, or other self-employed means, you’re entitled to a variety of tax deductions that can save you money when you file your tax return. And as an independent worker, saving money is always welcome. Here are the top five tax deductions to be aware of. Your Home: […]
— Read moreIf you work for someone else, as an employee of a business or company, you should expect to receive a Form W-2 in the mail sometime between January and February. The form has a lot of little boxes and numbers on it, and is required to be sent to you by any employer who paid […]
— Read moreOften overshadowed by their tax time counterpart – the federal income tax – state income tax rates generally receive less attention. However, they can definitely impact your overall bill, depending on where you live, where you work, and the total amount you earn. State Taxation of Residents States typically use one of three methods to […]
— Read moreYears of hard work will pay off in retirement, or at least that’s the goal. One thing that’s for sure is retirees are often entitled to special tax benefits. After age 50, the IRS loosens its grip on your money, allowing you a little bit of room to maneuver. The sweet spot is after age […]
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